Caterpillar 740 GC Articulated Dump Trucks
Caterpillar 740 GC
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The Caterpillar 740 GC is a construction dump truck designed for hauling and dumping bulk material in earthmoving and site work. It is powered by a Cat® C15 ACERT™ engine rated at 332 kW (452 hp), with net power of 329 kW (447 hp). Produced in the United States and offered from 2019 to 2024, it is built for heavy-duty material transport in construction fleets.
Key specifications place the model in a high-capacity class, with an operating weight of 32,376 kg (71,380 lb) and a dump body capacity of 24.4 m³ (31.9 cu yd) heaped at 2:1. The machine has a maximum dump angle of 50° and a travel speed of 57.5 km/h (35.7 mph). Hydraulic raise and power-down times are both 12 seconds.
Year
2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Dimensions
Width
Height
Length
Weight
3,370 mm
~132.7 in
3,760 mm
~148 in
11,170 mm
~439.8 in
32,380 kg
~71,385.7 lb
Engine Power
452 hp
Rated Payload
40 t
Body Capacities
22.7 cu(m)
Additional specifications
Emission standard level
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU V
Displacement
926 cu(in)
Number of Cylinders
6
Battery Voltage
24V
Tires
29.5 R25
Engine Model
Cat® C15 ACERT™
Power - Net
447 hp
Net Power (ISO 9249)
447 hp
Travel Speeds
57.5 km/h
Alternator Rating
150 amp
Ground Clearance
0.5 m
Dump Body Struck
17 cu(m)
Dump Body - Heaped at 2:1
24.4 cu(m)
Dump Body - With Optional Tailgate
17.9 cu(m)
Dump Body Maximum Dump Angle
50 deg
Hydraulic system - Power Down
12 seconds
Hydraulic system - Raise Time
12 seconds
Operating Weights - Front Equipment
19,321 kg
Operating Weights - Middle Equipment
6,639 kg
Operating Weights - Rear Equipment
6,416 kg
Operating Weights - Total
32,376 kg
Width With Mirrors in Operating Position
3.08 m
Tread Width
2.64 m
Width Over Tires
3.37 m
Width Over Fenders
3.37 m
Dump Body Height, Dump Position
3.75 m
Dump Body Side Rail Height
1.52 m
Dump Body Dump Lip Height, Transport Position
1.07 m
Dump Body Ground Clearance, Dump Position
0.68 m
Dump Body Length
5.6 m
Rear Axle Centerline to Rear of Dump Body
3.5 m
Mid Axle to Rear Axle Centerline
1.79 m
Front Axle to Mid Axle Centerline
2.38 m
Front Axle Centerline to Front of Machine
2.31 m
Approach Angle
26 deg
Maximum Dump Angle
50 deg
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Caterpillar 740 GC Articulated Dump Truck
40 t
32380 kg
11170 mm × 3370 mm × 3760 mm
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What is the average price of a Caterpillar 740 GC?
No confirmed market price is supplied. Check current listings and compare machine condition, location, and configuration.
What are the key advantages of the Caterpillar 740 GC?
Key listed specifications include a 40 t rated payload, Cat® C15 ACERT™ engine, 337.1 kW (452 hp) engine power, and a maximum dump angle of 50°. Body capacities include 22.7 m³ (29.69 cu yd).
What type of engine does the 740 GC use?
The 740 GC uses a Cat® C15 ACERT™ engine with 6 cylinders and 926 cu in displacement. Its listed emission standard level is U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU V.
How much horsepower does the 740 GC have?
The listed engine power is 337.1 kW (452 hp). Net power and Net Power (ISO 9249) are listed as 333.3 kW (447 hp).
What fuel does the Caterpillar 740 GC use?
The supplied specifications do not confirm the fuel type for the Caterpillar 740 GC.
What jobs is this Dump Trucks best suited for?
The supplied data identifies this machine as a dump truck with a 40 t rated payload. It may be considered for material-hauling work where that payload and its listed body capacities fit site requirements.
What is the expected lifespan of the 740 GC?
The supplied data does not provide an expected service-life estimate. Condition and maintenance history should be evaluated when assessing an individual machine.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Dump Trucks?
Check maintenance records, operating hours, structural condition of the dump body and frame, tire condition, hydraulic raise and power-down operation, engine performance, and signs of leaks. Confirm that the machine’s payload, dimensions, and configuration suit the intended work.
